Cleaning - Instant Pot RIO PLUS User Manual

CLEANING

Clean your Rio Plus after each use. Always unplug the unit and let all
parts cool to room temperature before cleaning. Before use or storing,
make sure all surfaces are dry.
Part
Accessories
• Steam Rack
• Condensation
Collector
• Sealing Ring
Lid and Parts
• Anti-Block
Shield
• Sealing Ring
• Steam
Release Vent
• Silicone Cap
• Steam
Release Cover
Inner
Cooking Pot
Power cord
Cooker base
*Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker's
safety or performance.
Cleaning instructions
• Wash after each use.
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash in
dishwasher, top rack.
• Never use harsh chemical detergents, powders or scouring
pads on accessories.
• Empty and rinse condensation collector after each use.
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash in
dishwasher, top rack.
• Remove all small parts from lid before washing.
• With steam release valve and anti-block shield removed,
clean interior of steam release pipe to prevent clogging.
• To drain water from the lid after dishwashing, grasp the lid
handle and hold the lid vertically over a sink, then turn it all
the way around.
• After cleaning, store the lid upside down on the cooker base.
• Store sealing rings in a well-ventilated area to disperse odor.
• To eliminate odors from sealing ring, add 1 cup (8 oz / 250
mL) water and 1 cup (8 oz / 250 mL) white vinegar to inner
cooking pot, and run Pressure Cook for 5–10 minutes, then
use Quick Steam Release.
• Wash after each use.
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash
in dishwasher*.
• Hard water stains may need a vinegar-dampened sponge
and scrubbing to remove.
• For tough or burned food residue, soak in hot water for
a few hours before cleaning.
• Dry all exterior surfaces before placing in cooker base.
• Use a barely-damp cloth to wipe any particles off cord.
• Wipe the inside of the cooker base as well as the condensation
rim with a barely-damp cloth, and allow to air dry.
• Clean the outside of the cooker base and the control panel
with a soft, barely-damp cloth or sponge.
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